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That’s how you get surprises, because what movies are all about is surprises.

Author : Peter Bart

It really hasn’t been demonstrated at any level by any major corporation that it can nurture what is euphemistically called creativity.

Author : Peter Bart

Most movie-goers are overdosing on star coverage; it’s the ultimate example of too much information.

Author : Peter Bart

The major media companies are significantly reducing their financial commitment to the motion picture sector.

Author : Peter Bart

Michael Eisner let it be known last week that he had no intention of leaving the entertainment business once he steps down as CEO of Disney in October.

Author : Peter Bart

The green-light meeting, when I first started at Paramount, would consist of maybe three or four of us in a room. Perhaps two or three of us would have read the script under discussion.

Author : Peter Bart

One of Brando’s problems is that he can’t have a conversation with anyone.

Author : Peter Bart

Study the public behavior of top stars and you can detect a keen attentiveness to brand value.

Author : Peter Bart

Substantially fewer films will be produced over the next year or two. And a significant portion of the production costs of the reduced slate will be borne by hedge funds and other investment groups.

Author : Peter Bart

The movies are our dreams, and I believe that the job of the director is to preserve the dream.

Author : Peter Bart